29 Jun 2026
Needle-Free Allergy Spray Neffy to Be Added to PBS from 1 July
Australians at risk of severe allergic reactions will soon have access to a more affordable needle-free adrenaline treatment.
26 Jun 2026
Study Highlights Need for More Inclusive Healthcare for Bi+ Australians
A new Australian study has found that bi+ Australians experience poorer sexual health and wellbeing than the general population, despite regularly accessing healthcare services. Researchers say the findings highlight the need for more inclusive and personalised care in general practice.
26 Jun 2026
Rural GP Clinics Face Growing Pressure as Kalbarri Practice Closes
The closure of the only GP clinic in Kalbarri has renewed concerns about the future of healthcare in small rural communities. Experts say many regional practices continue to face financial pressure, raising questions about whether current funding is enough to keep essential GP services operating.
26 Jun 2026
Poll Finds Many GPs Want More Support to Deliver Disability Care
A new poll has found many Australian GPs do not feel confident providing disability care and are calling for more training and support. Experts say improving education and strengthening GP skills will help deliver better care for people living with disability.
26 Jun 2026
AMA Calls for Stronger Investment in Hospitals and GP-Led Primary Care
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) is calling for greater investment in public hospitals, the health workforce and GP-led primary care after raising concerns about ongoing ambulance ramping, long hospital wait times and limited access to specialist care.
26 Jun 2026
SWSPHN Invites Community Members to Help Shape Local Healthcare
South Western Sydney Primary Health Network (SWSPHN) is inviting community members to join its Community Advisory Committee and help guide the planning, design and improvement of healthcare services across the region.
25 Jun 2026
New My Health Record Changes to Automatically Share Test Results from 1 July
From 1 July, pathology and diagnostic imaging results will be uploaded to My Health Record by default, allowing patients to view their results through myGov or the 1800MEDICARE app without waiting for a GP appointment.
25 Jun 2026
RACGP Shares Upcoming Education, Governance and Clinical Learning Opportunities
The RACGP has announced several upcoming education and professional development opportunities for GPs, including free AHPRA webinars, asthma education, governance consultation and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workshops.
25 Jun 2026
Study Highlights Higher Medication Risks After Moving Into Aged Care
A new Australian study has found that older people may face a higher risk of medication-related problems after moving into residential aged care. Researchers say the findings highlight the importance of reviewing medicines during this transition to help reduce potential harm.
25 Jun 2026
GPs Raises Concerns Over GLP-1 Use Among People With Eating Disorders
Australian doctors are being reminded to carefully screen patients for eating disorders before prescribing GLP-1 weight-loss medicines.